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Old 12-09-2004, 11:56 AM
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I think its mostly to weight reduction. There is so little weight on the front end which means there is less mass transfer/momentum to make it turn, stop, or accelerate.

If you have seen a 930 under full acceleration the rear squats down. On this car the front lifts up. yes, I am sure I have less than ideal weight distribution but I don't think there will be any problems.

As an example: The other night I took the car for a spin to test my ears on the new sport muffler I made. I went down the local highway a few exits to get some heat in the car. As I can down the ramp for the U-turn, I thought the light would change. Roads were a bit damp but I charged it anyway.

I heel/toe as the light goes yellow. Back on the gas, the car steps out and ever so gracefully slides around the turn. Nothing dramatic, perfect throttle steer, very balanced. I think I will be fine with this setup.
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